Culinary Arts at Washtenaw Community College
Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Culinary Arts certificate's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washtenaw Community College | $21,367* | — | $12,500* | — |
| Grand Rapids Community College | $27,630* | $23,003 | $12,125* | 0.44 |
| Dorsey College | $21,367* | $22,670 | $13,000* | 0.61 |
| Michigan Career and Technical Institute | $15,195* | $20,674 | —* | — |
| National Median | $21,718* | — | $11,634* | 0.54 |
Other Culinary Arts Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids Community College Grand Rapids | $4,059 | $27,630 | $12,125 |
| Dorsey College Madison Heights | $32,160 | $21,367 | $13,000 |
| Michigan Career and Technical Institute Plainwell | $8,300 | $15,195 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Washtenaw Community College, approximately 27% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 3 similar programs in MI. Actual outcomes may vary.